Future Opening: Classroom Teacher

Wichita Collegiate School; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Wichita Collegiate School (WCS), a thriving independent school in Wichita, KS, invites applications for full-time 10-month educators for the 2026-27 school year. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in education or a subject area and have three years of classroom experience preferred.

WCS offers health insurance, paid time off, and a collaborative, student-centered learning environment where teachers engage in professional development and innovative teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a subject area.
• Three years of classroom experience preferred.
• Willingness to participate in professional development.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or a subject area

Job description

Full-time (10-months) • Wichita Collegiate School

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Wichita Collegiate School (WCS), a thriving Independent School located in Wichita, KS, will add a select number of passionate and dedicated educators to our team for the 2026-27 school year. Our educators excel at providing supportive and collaborative learning environments for our students, have a forward-thinking approach to education, and enjoy the process of challenging educational norms and trying new ways to teach.

Our educators place students at the center of all teaching and learning to ensure the best educational experience for each student. At WCS, we value individual differences and foster opportunities for conversation, acceptance, and celebration of diverse cultures, belief systems, and backgrounds.

Collegiate Educators get excited about preparing for and delivering engaging learning experiences that spark curiosity in our students. They are willing to support WCS beyond the classroom with time and talents to expand the student experience beyond the classroom. Their curiosity for learning drives a commitment to professional growth, and they actively participate in school-led professional development activities (including faculty meetings). Collegiate educators share a commitment to doing whatever tasks are necessary to enhance the student experience.

Our educators come from varied backgrounds but share a sense of responsibility for delivering high-quality instruction to students. Educators should have a bachelor's degree in education or a subject area specific to the class(es) they teach. Three years of classroom experience is preferred; advanced education or relevant professional experience may be substituted for the classroom experience.

Collegiate Educators share the following attributes:

• A commitment to instilling a sense of belonging in every student.
• A commitment to equitable and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• A willingness to receive and incorporate feedback from colleagues, students, and parents/guardians.
• A willingness to communicate with colleagues, students, and parents/guardians.
• A willingness to differentiate instruction, assessment, and feedback to students of all abilities.
• An excitement for creating a supportive, fun, and enriching classroom culture that reflects Wichita Collegiate School’s core values and teaching philosophy.
• A curiosity for professional growth, development, and leadership opportunities.
• A willingness to integrate technology as a tool for engaging students and enhancing instruction.
• A willingness for experiential/project-based learning and innovative thinking.

About Collegiate

Wichita Collegiate School is a coeducational, college-preparatory, independent day school for students in early childhood, from 2-year-olds through grade 12. Located in East Wichita on a 42-acre campus, Wichita Collegiate is home to 968 students across four divisions: Early Childhood, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School.

Founded in 1963, Wichita Collegiate School has shaped our students into inquisitive thinkers and compassionate citizens prepared to make a positive impact on the world. In keeping with our current and historic mission, Collegiate provides our students with a challenging and supportive academic environment, along with robust opportunities in the arts and athletics.

Wichita Collegiate School is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS), is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), and is a member of Independent School Management (ISM).

Compensation: $48,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law.

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